Candlewood Lodge
Nature lodge in Knysna
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Well priced for this locationProperty prices in this area are generally higher
About this nature lodge rental
Candlewood Lodge is a 5-star bed and breakfast located only minutes away from the centre of town and boasts spectacular views over the Knysna Heads and Knysna Lagoon.
Amenities
Pool
Air conditioner
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Hot tub or spa
TV
Wheelchair accessible
Beachfront or waterfront
Gym or Fitness Center
Garden
Map of Knysna
Available Rooms
2 Single or 1 King • 322 ft²
Sleeps 2
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1 King or 2 Single • 322 ft²
Sleeps 2
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2 Single • 559 ft²
Sleeps 2
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1 Queen • 365 ft²
Sleeps 2
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1 Queen • 258 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Ratings and reviews
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4.5 / 5.0
Einfach traumhaft, Mathias präsentiert sich und sein Team in lockerer gehobener Atmosphäre!
Frühstück mit täglich wechselnden Highlights! Respekt
5.0 / 5.0
The location boasts stunning views and meticulous attention to detail in every aspect, making it feel like a true home away from home. The staff exemplify professionalism, going above and beyond to accommodate guests, such as serving a scrumptious breakfast even at lunchtime.
5.0 / 5.0
Это прямо жемчужина всей нашей поездки! Персонал просто невероятный - добрые, улыбчивые люди.
Чувствуешь себя, как дома. Умопомрачительный завтрак - один наверное из самых лучших в нашей жизни.
Владелец Маттиас - швейцарец, милейший человек.
Процветания.
Уже хотим вернуться, и остаться на более длительный срок.
Не ставьте керосиновые лампы в номер, это доставило нам много хлопот :)
5.0 / 5.0
Mit absoluter Liebe zum Detail ist die Lodge, der Garten und das Zimmer eingerichtet. Die Gastgeber sind sehr herzlich und kümmern sich hervorragend um ihre Gäste. Wenn man möchte, bekommt man zahlreiche Tipps für Unternehmungen und Restaurants. Die Tipps waren allesamt Gold wert und haben unseren Aufenthalt nochmals verschönert. Die Freundlichkeit des gesamten Personals ist herausragend. Es ist alles perfekt hergerichtet und die Lage der Lodge ist nicht zu letzt aufgrund der atemberaubenden Aussicht perfekt. Das Frühstück ist umwerfend, köstlich und war das Beste während unserer Reise. Es immer alles tipptopp zubereitet und wird ständig nachgelegt. Wir werden wiederkommen!
5.0 / 5.0
Der Gastgeber ist außerordentlich zuvorkommend und hilfsbereit, das Personal super freundlich. Tolles Ambiente, welches liebevoll hergerichtet ist. Großzügige Zimmer modern eingerichtet. Ruhige Lage. Stabiles WLAN. Phantastisches Frühstück!
Uns fällt dazu nichts ein. Für die regelmäßigen Stromabschaltungen ist der Gastgeber nicht verantwortlich.
5.0 / 5.0
What a great place to stay. Everything was perfect.
nothing
5.0 / 5.0
Everything was perfect! We had a wonderful view from our balcony. The hotel is quiet and has a beautiful garden. The host and personal were amazingly caring and generous, and the breakfast delicious. Would love to come back!!
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4.0 / 5.0
Beautiful property with lovely and helpful staff. Great breakfast and easy to get cabs into town for restaurants etc.
No generator so load shedding could be impactful.
4.5 / 5.0
Superb breakfast, highlight of the stay.
The team also prepared us dinner one evening, which we discussed rough choice in the morning and they went out to buy on that theme in the day. Providing us with an excellent evening meal, served with great style with very fresh ingredients and good presentation.
A tad difficult to find.
The directions were correct, but tricky to find the driveway even on the second attempt.
4.0 / 5.0
Os trabalhadores são super simpáticos, sempre dispostos a ajudar, especialmente o Matt e a Hope.
O pequeno almoço é super bom. Cada dia diferente.
A localização e o preço muito bons também.
Alguns aspectos de limpeza (embaixo da cama tinha alguma poeira). Na segunda noite tivemos o azar de haver alguns cortes de energia (isto depois da hora do load shedding) e ficou difícil dormir a noite com calor.
5.0 / 5.0
Breakfast was out of the ordinary but delicious and attractive. The location was warm and inviting
Everything was perfect
5.0 / 5.0
A superb place to stay. Everything about Candlewood Lodge was just perfect. Great attention to detail- beautiful garden, sunny courtyard for breakfast, stylish and comfortable bedrooms. The host, Matthieu, and all the staff made us most welcome. Matthieu gave us lots of tips on where to go and what to do, including excellent restaurant recommendations. The breakfasts were 5*, by far the best we have encountered during our 3 week stay in South Africa, absolutely delicious. We wish we had planned to stay for longer!
There is nothing to dislike.
5.0 / 5.0
Matthias und sein Personal hat uns herzlich willkommen geheißen und wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Wir haben 4 Nächte dort verbracht. Es ist ein super Ausgangspunkt für Besichtigungen von George bis Plettenberg Bay.
5.0 / 5.0
Fantastic location with views over the lagoon. Room very comfortable. Breakfast excellent. The housekeeper Faith was a perfect hostess.
Nothing
5.0 / 5.0
The staff was friendly and helpful.. Looking forward to seeing everyone again.. Especially Faith.. God Bless.
Try to fix the shower was broken since day 1
5.0 / 5.0
With our arrival we were received with the friendliest staff on earth.
5.0 / 5.0
Large room with gorgeous views, great breakfast with nice staff.
Everything was wonderful
5.0 / 5.0
Faith was an amazing host, we got the loveliest welcome and she went the extra mile to make our honeymoon feel special and helped organise activities for us to do during our stay. Decor is warm, modern and clean and our breakfasts felt like a feast! Brilliant views greeted us each morning when we opened our curtains and great location in a safe area.
Travelled during winter so maybe better central heating for room, though electric blankets were provided.
5.0 / 5.0
Amazing. The staff were extremely hospitable. Location & quality of the rooms, superb. Breakfast was exceptional.
Nothing!
5.0 / 5.0
wonderful stay with incredibly hospitable, helpful and friendly stars. breakfasts fir the best you could imagine!!
didn’t get view of bay on first day but staff moved us for next 2 nights
4.5 / 5.0
Very friendly, helpful staff. The breakfast choice on offer was excellent and beautifully presented. Our room view was amazing. We would definitely return.
We didn’t dislike anything but it is a pity they do not have an inverter or any other back up power to use during Loadshedding.
5.0 / 5.0
Breakfast was amazing.
Host was very helpful.
Our room had a beautiful view.
5.0 / 5.0
The breakfast was fine dining at its very best, the creativity that went into each morning's spread was a work of art and was the best we have ever experienced in all of our years of travelling. The location is a short car ride from the central area but is more than made up by the tranquil setting and beatiful gardens.
Nothing, only wished we could have stayed longer.
4.0 / 5.0
All the staff made this a very special stay! From our welcome on arrival, to the service and attention to detail at breakfast, everyone here made sure we were welcome and got the most out of out stay. The breakfast really is very special... so much choice and the cooked food is of a very high standard. Our room was spacious and clean, with a well-equipped kitchenette.
Slightly disappointed to have paid extra for a deluxe room that didn't have a view and didn't always feel very private because it was right next to the parking area. It looks like Booking.com has now been updated so that you can more precisely specify whether you'd like to be upstairs/downstairs etc, but this wasn't possible at the time of booking.
5.0 / 5.0
Best breakfast we've ever had. Very friendly owner and staff. Excellent view and location. Highly recommend for a couple.
5.0 / 5.0
absolutely everything .. room, host Monique was an absolute gem of a person and strive to make sure we got the very best out of our stay 🥰 room, outside area, staff and breakfast outstanding and we how to return
loved everything
5.0 / 5.0
it’s location, scenic views, and staff extremely helpful, polite and happy to meet our requirements. The breakfast buffet was absolutely delicious, with daily variants.
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5.0 / 5.0
Everything about this place is incredible. The staff are super helpful and polite, they go way above and beyond to help you. Monique was so helpful at sorting out sunset cruise, thank you! The breakfast was amazing, they go to sooo much effort, they really provide exceptional food, the chef should be in a restaurant she is that good 😊
We would stay here again in a heartbeat and nowhere in SA beats this place! Our favourite of the trip
They also keep your mini bar topped up so perfect for those of us who like a drink 🤣
Nothing, everything was perfect
5.0 / 5.0
The better the place, the more difficult to put it in words. This stay is, easily, in our top 5 best stays ever. The concept of “attention to every single detail” takes a totally different meaning at Candlewood. So much, that this type of service we can only compared to the one you see in places like Japan.
Mathias and Urs, together with all the beutiful ladies working at the guesthouse, make this place an incredible extraordinary experience. From the impeccable and absolutely DIVINE food, to the comfortably chic and clean rooms.
We feel we need to dive into more details so you can really appreciate why we fell in love with this little piece of paradise. We arrived and were greeted by Mathias, the kindest soul in the entire Knysna. We were given a free upgrade and, oh! Wow! what a view from our room and our porch. Thank you Mathias! The bedroom and bathroom were impeccable, so so so clean, beautifully decorated, so spacious and comfortable. The bed, pillows and linen were a total luxury experience (so well ironed, perfect mattress, softest pillows!). A generous fruit plate, with chocolates, Amarula and a delicious freshly made ginger lemonade was brought to us while Mathias gave us great ideas in what to see and do around Knysna. He even made restaurant reservations on the spot and thanks to him, we ate at the most memorable and incredible restaurants in our entire month in South Africa…. amazing!!! We wouldn’t have known about those places if it wasn’t for Mathias guidance and knowledge of the area.
Then, when you think this is already reached the top of the top, here comes THE breakfast experience.
5.0 / 5.0
The location was very convenient and our room had stunning views out to the head and Thesen Island
The room was beautiful, a huge comfortable bed.
Everyone there were wonderful and so accommodating and the breakfast was amazing
Nothing
5.0 / 5.0
Room was perfect for our stay. staff were exceptional. Breakfast was outstanding.
Nothing, all was perfect
5.0 / 5.0
We were warmly welcomed by Monique and Matthias, the lodge is lovely, inviting, and relaxing . it was a short walk to the lagoon. Breakfast was amazing. it was the best breakfast we have ever had.
5.0 / 5.0
Super cozy lodge, the staff was amazing and the breakfast was also really good
5.0 / 5.0
Simply wonderful! The hospitality, the room, the view, there are many things that make Candlewood Lodge a special place. But there was one thing that really blew our mind, it‘s the breakfast. This was one of the best breakfasts we ever had. There were so many yummy options to chose from.
5.0 / 5.0
Simply amazing! Very warm welcome by Matthias and his crew and delicious breakfast. Definitely recommended!
5.0 / 5.0
Everything, very welcoming people, room clean, breakfast amazing, i extended my saty in this hotel and it will be my first option when i visit this town again.
FAQs
How much does this nature lodge cost compared to others in Knysna?
The average price for a rental in Knysna is $77 per night. This rental is $2 above the average.
Is parking included with this nature lodge?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Candlewood Lodge. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this nature lodge?
Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Candlewood Lodge. Enjoy the water!
Is Candlewood Lodge pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this nature lodge is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Candlewood Lodge?
We found 14 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, air conditioner, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, and fireplace.
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